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Trump administration seeks to restrict internships for international students

U.S. President Trump has targeted universities with probes and funding threats over issues like pro-Palestinian protests against U.S. ally Israels assault on Gaza, diversity initiatives, climate programs and transgender policies.

The Hindu 28 Aug 2026 9:15 am

U.S. military uses laser to down three Mexican cartel drones near border

The military did not give the precise location of the strikes nor make clear whether it took place over U.S. or Mexican territory

The Hindu 28 Aug 2026 9:05 am

Trump admin in talks for US stake in Venezuela oil: report

Discussions involve about a third of Venezuela's total proven reserves of 300 billion barrels

The Daily Star 28 Aug 2026 8:34 am

Nepal-Tibet flood: Families desperately search for missing members; death toll nears 400

The flood ripped through villages and valleys, destroying power stations, roads and bridges along a route that links Kathmandu with Lhasa in Tibet and is popular with trekkers and pilgrims..

The Daily Star 28 Aug 2026 7:50 am

A team collapse raises red-ball concerns

Chief selector Habibul Bashar described the performance as

The Daily Star 28 Aug 2026 7:30 am

Rodri debuts, Gordon starts as Raphinha, Lopez fire Barca past Athletic

Coach Flick kept Raphinha playing up front as a makeshift number nine, after the departures of Robert Lewandowski and Ferran Torres.

The Daily Star 28 Aug 2026 3:03 am

Argentine sports marketers admit bribery in decade-long FIFA corruption case

Co-owners of Argentine sport marketing company Full Play used bribes to secure media rights for matches including World Cup qualifiers and the Copa America

The Daily Star 28 Aug 2026 2:47 am

PM Tarique to visit T

COP31 will be held in Antalya from November 9 to 20

The Daily Star 28 Aug 2026 12:32 am

Bangladesh asks Qatar to prioritise LNG supplies

Request made as Bangladesh awaits reopening of Strait of Hormuz and resumption of maritime movement

The Daily Star 28 Aug 2026 12:27 am

Smith and Cox revive England against Pakistan after Abbas strikes

Jamie Smith and Jordan Cox both scored fifties as England recovered from a top-order collapse against Pakistan to reach 248-9 when bad light ended Thursday's opening day of the second Test at Lord's.

The Daily Star 28 Aug 2026 12:14 am

Trump signs order renaming Lake Ontario as Lake America in U.S.

Donald Trump has been floating the idea of the name change in recent days as the U.S. announced it was imposing 50% tariffs on $20 billion worth of Canadian goods over the weekend after talks between the countries broke down

The Hindu 28 Aug 2026 12:07 am

Syria Kurdish women fighters discuss merger with interior ministry

The announcement came two days after the head of Kurdish fighters in Syria, Mazloum Abdi, announced the dissolution of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) which includes the YPJ under an agreement with Damascus

The Hindu 27 Aug 2026 11:07 pm

U.S. designates U.K.-based Palestine Action as foreign terrorist group

British government has banned Palestine Action; U.S. has also declared Italy-based Autistici/Inventati (also known as A/I Collective) and the pro-Palestinian group Masar Badil as terrorist organisations

The Hindu 27 Aug 2026 10:14 pm

Prabowo secures subsidised goods reach people out

Antara News 27 Aug 2026 10:08 pm

At least 359 people dead in Nepal flood; rescue operations underway

Government issues fresh flood alert after satellite imagery shows that a lake has formed upstream of Bhotekoshi River; towns were wiped out in a span of a couple of hours, says Foreign Minister Shishir Khamal

The Hindu 27 Aug 2026 9:29 pm

Why did the flash floods happen in Nepal?

Several people have died in Nepal after floods triggered by a glacial collapse along the Nepal-Tibet border, with 288 Indians still missing.

The Hindu 27 Aug 2026 9:29 pm

Nepal Flash Flood Devastation Reignites India's Fear Around Ticking Chinese Mega Dam 'Water Bomb'

A deadly flash flood near the NepalTibet border has revived Indias concern over Chinas massive Medog hydropower project on the Yarlung Tsangpo, which becomes the Siang in Arunachal Pradesh and the Brahmaputra further downstream. Initial reports blamed an earthquake, but the US Geological Survey later identified the seismic signal as a landslide linked to a glacial collapse and debris flow. The disaster destroyed roads, bridges and settlements, while hundreds remained missing. Chinas planned Medog project could generate 60,000 megawatts and is expected to become the worlds largest hydropower facility. Its location in a highly seismic Himalayan zone worries India. The key concerns are sudden water releases, reduced flows, landslides, ecological damage and weak data sharing. This report explains what is confirmed, what remains uncertain and why Arunachal Pradesh and Assam are watching closely. Is this a warning of a larger Brahmaputra crisis?

The Times of India 27 Aug 2026 9:25 pm

Dheerendra Shastri Announces Relief Efforts for Nepal Flood Victims

Chhatarpur, August 27: Dheerendra Krishna Shastri, the head of Bageshwar Dham, has announced food and medical assistance for the victims of the recent disaster in Nepal. This initiative aims to show solidarity with those affected by the sudden floods. In a conversation regarding the situation, Shastri expressed, It is a terrifying situation. Seeing the images ... Read more Dheerendra Shastri Announces Relief Efforts for Nepal Flood Victims

Morningstar 27 Aug 2026 9:20 pm

Gold earnings stolen from Nepal flash flood victim, two men held

Kathmandu:Nepal Police on Thursday, August 27, arrested two men accused of stealing gold earrings from the body of a flood victim, a day after catastrophic flash floods and landslides along the Bhotekoshi river killed at least 359 people and left hundreds more missing. According to a press release issued by the District Police Office in Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 27 Aug 2026 9:00 pm

Sand Artist Manas Sahoo Creates Animation In Solidarity With Flood-Hit Nepal

The animation, created at Sahoos studio in Puri in just 15 minutes, carries a message of prayer, compassion and humanity, urging people to stand together with those affected by the disaster.

Deccan Chronicle 27 Aug 2026 8:58 pm

Hyderabad engineer among Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims stranded in Nepal floods

Hyderabad engineer among Kailash Mansarovar pilgrims stranded in Nepal floods

India Today 27 Aug 2026 8:57 pm

Anxious relatives in Tiruchi, Thanjavaur wait for news about Nepal flood survivors

According to information disclosed by the authorities, three women fromTiruchiand 16 persons fromThanjavurare among those affectedby the floods.The Coimbatoreadministration is coordinating with Indian embassies in Nepal and China to determine the number of missing pilgrims

The Hindu 27 Aug 2026 8:56 pm

Nepal PM details flood rescue op: 573 airlifted, over 13,000 personnel deployed

Nepal PM details flood rescue op airlifted over personnel deployed

India Today 27 Aug 2026 8:55 pm

77 Isha pilgrims missing after flash flood near China-Nepal border

Isha pilgrims missing after flash flood near ChinaNepal border

India Today 27 Aug 2026 8:52 pm

32 pilgrims from West Bengal missing after Nepal flash floods

The Government of West Bengal is actively coordinating with the Embassy of India in Kathmandu and proper administrative channels, says Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari

The Hindu 27 Aug 2026 8:46 pm

Pappu Yadav Calls for Long-term Disaster Management Plans Amid Nepal Flood Crisis

New Delhi, August 27: Independent MP Pappu Yadav has responded to the severe flooding in Nepal, the melting of glaciers, the Vande Mataram controversy, and various policies of the central government. He emphasized the need for India and neighboring countries to develop long-term disaster management and environmental strategies in light of the crisis in Nepal. ... Read more Pappu Yadav Calls for Long-term Disaster Management Plans Amid Nepal Flood Crisis

Morningstar 27 Aug 2026 8:45 pm

Reports underscore unusual nature of Nepal floods as experts search for actual trigger

New Delhi, Aug 27 (IANS) The sudden floods that struck the China-Nepal border on Wednesday have left experts grappling with both the scale of devastation and its origins, according to reports. Nepal Foreign Minister Shisir Khanal told the Parliament on Wednesday that an earthquake struck at 8.37 a.m. local time, and the flash flood was []

bhaskarlive 27 Aug 2026 8:35 pm

Andhra Pradesh intensifies efforts to trace, rescue Telugu pilgrims stranded in flood-hit Nepal

Government says the RTGS, the AP Bhavan and other departments are making concerted efforts to establish the whereabouts of seven persons and ensure safety of all the affected residents and pilgrims from the State

The Hindu 27 Aug 2026 8:34 pm

Kharge seeks Centres help for Indian victims of Nepal floods

The veteran Congress leader says he will write to PM Modi seeking comprehensive compensation, assistance for the affected families

The Hindu 27 Aug 2026 8:33 pm

A Clear Message: Nepal Leader Says Gen Z Protest Was No Sudden Event

You start to think that I am the most powerful, and you start undermining the institutions. And you start undervaluing the public accountability... I suggest that RSP also learn from the failures of history, said Gagan Kumar Thapa.

NDTV 27 Aug 2026 8:32 pm

Pakistan says Munir

Islamabad: Pakistan on Thursday, August 27, said discussions during Army chief Field Marshal Asim Munirs recent Iran visit focused on regional de-escalation and exploring a negotiated settlement, amid claims that he had travelled to Tehran as an envoy of the United States. The remarks made by Foreign Office spokesperson Tahir Andrabi comes days after Munir Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .

The Siasat Daily 27 Aug 2026 8:28 pm

Nepal Floods: 288 Indians Uncontactable, 21 Rescued So Far, MEA Shares Key Updates | Watch

MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal provided an update on Indian nationals stranded and uncontactable amid devastating floods in Nepal. According to the MEA, 288 Indian nationals remain uncontactable, including 73 people working at the Trishuli-1 Power Project. Several groups of Indian travellers from Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, Kerala and other states are also stranded in different parts of Nepal. Jaiswal said 21 Indian nationals from Tamil Nadu have been rescued, while around 200 people stranded on the Chinese side have sought assistance for evacuation. India has also stepped up humanitarian support, sending two aircraft carrying eight tonnes of medicines and one tonne of food items to Kathmandu. Overall, India has sent 47.5 tonnes of emergency supplies to support Nepals rescue and relief operations.

The Times of India 27 Aug 2026 8:25 pm

Nepal floods: MEA sets up round-the-clock control room

In view of the flood situation in Nepal, the ninistry of external affairs has set up a round-the-clock control room here to assist people.

Rediff 27 Aug 2026 8:25 pm

Delhi-Kathmandu bus service suspended for two days after Nepal flash floods

The Delhi government has temporarily suspended the Indo-Nepal bus service. This precautionary measure follows massive flash floods in Nepal which disrupted road connectivity. Road transportation on the Delhi-Kathmandu route in Nepal has been completely shut. The suspension covers bus trips scheduled for August 28 and August 29. Rescue and relief operations continue in Nepal after the widespread destruction.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 8:17 pm

Nepal Disaster Strands Indian Pilgrims: Families in Distress as Search Efforts Continue

New Delhi, August 27: A devastating disaster in Nepal has left several Indian pilgrims stranded during their journey to Kailash Mansarovar. Among those missing are 68-year-old Anita Das from West Bengal and 63-year-old Ranjit Halder, both of whom were traveling near the Tibet-Nepal border. The family of Devika Adhikari from Bhopal has reported that 29 ... Read more Nepal Disaster Strands Indian Pilgrims: Families in Distress as Search Efforts Continue

Morningstar 27 Aug 2026 8:15 pm

Nepal flash floods: 285 Indians missing, 200 stranded on Chinese side

MEA says 73 Indians working on the Trishuli-1 hydropower project are among those missing; India has sent 47.5 tonnes of humanitarian assistance to Nepal

Business Standard 27 Aug 2026 8:11 pm

A.P. BJPseeks urgent steps to ensure safety of Telugus stranded in Nepal

The party calls for coordinated efforts to facilitate the safe and early return of the affected people, including those from Visakhapatnam

The Hindu 27 Aug 2026 8:10 pm

Anupam Kher prays for Nepal amid devastating floods: 'I feel such helplessness'

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday, August 27, that 288 Indian nationals are missing in Nepal following the devastating flash floods. The disaster has claimed 359 lives, while thousands of people are still reported missing. It is among the worst disasters Nepal has witnessed in recent years. Anupam Kher has reacted to the destruction caused in Nepal.

India TV 27 Aug 2026 7:58 pm

Indo-Nepal Maitri Bus Sewa between Delhi and Kathmandu put on hold due to flash flood: DTC

The Delhi Transport Corporation (DTC) on Thursday said that the Indo-Nepal Maitri Bus Sewa between Delhi and Kathmandu on August 28-29 has been put on hold due to flash flood in neighbouring country. This has been done as a preventive measure due to massive flash floods, an official from the DTC said.

India TV 27 Aug 2026 7:52 pm

Over 100 Maha tourists stranded in flood-affected Nepal

State officials report that at least 114 tourists from Maharashtra are estimated to be stranded in flood-hit Nepal, with 53 confirmed safe. The Maharashtra government has initiated coordination efforts with tour agencies and central authorities, establishing helplines and control rooms to assist and gather information on those affected by the devastating flash floods.

Rediff 27 Aug 2026 7:45 pm

Nepal flash flood devastates Rasuwa and Nuwakot, wrecking roads and bridges

Nepal flash flood devastates Rasuwa and Nuwakot wrecking roads and bridges

India Today 27 Aug 2026 7:32 pm

Maharashtra Government Actively Assists Tourists Stranded in Nepal Floods

Mumbai, August 27: The Maharashtra government is actively gathering information about state tourists stranded in the Nepal-Tibet region due to severe floods, landslides, and earthquakes. Disaster Management Minister Girish Mahajan confirmed on Thursday that state officials are in constant contact with the central government, and relief operations are functioning around the clock. Mahajan reported that ... Read more Maharashtra Government Actively Assists Tourists Stranded in Nepal Floods

Morningstar 27 Aug 2026 7:29 pm

Nepal Floods: Sadhguru, Manasi Parekh, Sonu Sood & Manisha Koirala Appeal for Help

Devastating flash floods along the Nepal-China border have left a trail of death and destruction, with hundreds missing. Sadhguru, Manasi Parekh, Sonu Sood, Prabal Gurung and Manisha Koirala have taken to social media to raise alarm, share updates and appeal for help as rescue operations continue.

The Times of India 27 Aug 2026 7:25 pm

People flee as floods sweep through Nepals Rasuwa district

People ran for safety as powerful floodwaters swept through Mailung in Nepals Rasuwa district. Dramatic footage captured the sudden flooding and the rush to escape as roads and bridges collapsed.

The Times of India 27 Aug 2026 7:25 pm

Yogi govt ups the ante amid Nepal flash floods, sends special SDRF platoon to rescue stranded UP residents

Amid the worsening situation caused by floods and natural disasters in Nepal, the Uttar Pradesh government has stepped up efforts to ensure the safe return of people from the state who may be stranded across the border. Following directions from Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, a large-scale relief and rescue operation has been launched to reach Uttar Pradesh residents in Nepal and evacuate them to safety wherever required. The state government is also keeping a close watch on the situation in districts bordering Nepal.

India TV 27 Aug 2026 7:23 pm

UN gives USD 2 million as Nepal-Tibet flood toll rises, hundreds missing

UN gives USD million as NepalTibet flood toll rises hundreds missing

India Today 27 Aug 2026 7:20 pm

Govt puts 64 districts under oversight of 30 ruling party MPs, ministers

Notification sets out roles in security, governance, development and implementation of election pledges

The Daily Star 27 Aug 2026 7:15 pm

High Alert in Maharajganj Following Devastating Floods in Nepal

Maharajganj, August 27: Following severe floods in Nepal, the district administration in Maharajganj, Uttar Pradesh, has declared a high alert. District Magistrate Gaurav Singh Sogarwal and Superintendent of Police Shakti Awasthi inspected the Gandak River by boat. Rescue team sub-inspector Saurabh Dhar Dubey stated, Our SSB RRT has been deployed since Wednesday. We have two ... Read more High Alert in Maharajganj Following Devastating Floods in Nepal

Morningstar 27 Aug 2026 7:14 pm

Odisha sets up 24x7 control room as India works to rescue citizens stranded by Nepal flash floods

Odisha has established a 24x7 control room to assist its residents affected by flash floods in Nepal. The Ministry of External Affairs confirmed rescuing twenty-one Indian nationals from Tamil Nadu. These pilgrims were undertaking the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra when the disaster struck. The Indian Embassy in Kathmandu is ensuring their safety and facilitating their return home.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 7:12 pm

China Warns Nepal: Barrier Lake May Burst in 3 Days

Authorities in Nepal are on high alert after China issued a warning that a newly formed barrier lake near the NepalTibet border could overflow within three days, unleashing another destructive flood downstream. The alert comes just a day after massive glacier collapse triggered deadly flooding in the Bhotekoshi River, underscoring the growing vulnerability of Himalayan [] The post China Warns Nepal: Barrier Lake May Burst in 3 Days appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .

Pragativadi 27 Aug 2026 7:11 pm

No Need for Panic in Uttarakhand Amid Nepal Floods: Disaster Management Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman

Dehradun, August 27: Vinod Kumar Suman, the Disaster Management Secretary of Uttarakhand, has described the floods in Nepal as unfortunate but reassured residents that there will be no impact on the state. He emphasized that despite the ongoing monsoon season, the state is fully prepared to handle any situation. We have completed all necessary preparations ... Read more No Need for Panic in Uttarakhand Amid Nepal Floods: Disaster Management Secretary Vinod Kumar Suman

Morningstar 27 Aug 2026 7:10 pm

Father, 10-year-old son die from electrocution in Gopalganj

Both were found unconscious at a farmland and later declared dead at hospital

The Daily Star 27 Aug 2026 7:02 pm

Will another flash flood hit Nepal? China warns barrier lake could breach in next three days

Amid large-scale devastation caused in Nepal due to flash flood, a barrier lake formed near the confluence of the Chhochen Khola and Purepu Tsangpo rivers in Nepal could face another high risk of breaching over...

India TV 27 Aug 2026 7:00 pm

Fresh flood risk in Nepal as new lake forms on China border

A new barrier lake has formed near the source of Nepal's Bhote Koshi River, with Chinese authorities warning of a potential breach. This poses a fresh flood risk to downstream areas in Nepal, prompting warnings for residents and calls for diplomatic consultations to manage cross-border glacier risks.

Rediff 27 Aug 2026 7:00 pm

Tagore and Nazrul: The complex bond between two literary titans

From Santiniketan and Bidrohi to prison, praise and estrangement, their relationship was shaped by admiration, disagreement and enduring reverence

The Daily Star 27 Aug 2026 7:00 pm

11 Travelers Missing After Devastating Floods in Nepal, One Confirmed Safe

Gandhinagar, August 27: According to information released by the State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) and district emergency centers, 11 individuals connected to Gujarat are reported missing or out of contact following the devastating floods in Nepal. Most of these cases involve pilgrims traveling via the Kailash Mansarovar route through Kerung. The list includes three individuals ... Read more 11 Travelers Missing After Devastating Floods in Nepal, One Confirmed Safe

Morningstar 27 Aug 2026 6:55 pm

Nepal Floods: IAF Rushes Relief as Death Toll Climbs Past 350

A massive flash flood swept down from the Tibetan plateau into central Nepal on Wednesday, August 26, tearing through the Bhote Koshi River and devastating towns across the Rasuwa, Dhading, and Nuwakot districts. The disaster has since proven far deadlier than first feared: the death toll in Nepal has climbed to 353, with 826 people [] The post Nepal Floods: IAF Rushes Relief as Death Toll Climbs Past 350 appeared first on Tfipost.com .

TFIPOST 27 Aug 2026 6:54 pm

Nepal Flood Horror: Who Are The US-Based Indian-Origin Couple Missing After Kailash Mansarovar Yatra?

In the tragic flash flood in Nepal more than 170 people have died and hundreds remain missing after devastating flash floods, landslides struck the Nepal -Tibet border region on Wednesday. Among those reported missing are nearly 300 Indian

Oneindia 27 Aug 2026 6:50 pm

Indian Air Force Delivers Humanitarian Aid to Flood-Hit Nepal

Ghaziabad, August 27: India has dispatched approximately 40 tons of humanitarian aid, medicines, and food packets to flood-ravaged Nepal from Hindon Airbase in Ghaziabad. Officials from the Indian Air Force overseeing the operation stated that they are always prepared for such relief efforts. Just a day prior, India had sent 10 tons of humanitarian assistance ... Read more Indian Air Force Delivers Humanitarian Aid to Flood-Hit Nepal

Morningstar 27 Aug 2026 6:49 pm

DK Shivakumar Speaks to Kannadiga Survivor of Nepal Flash Floods

Shivakumar, who is in New Delhi, enquired about Mallinath's well-being and assured him of his safety, the Chief Minister's Office said in a statement

Deccan Chronicle 27 Aug 2026 6:47 pm

Nepal on alert as new barrier lake threatens Bhote Koshi floods

Nepal on alert as new barrier lake threatens Bhote Koshi floods

India Today 27 Aug 2026 6:46 pm

Nepal flash floods: Meghalaya disaster authority opens helpline to trace missing residents

Guwahati: The Meghalaya State Disaster Management Authority (SDMA) has asked people to share information about residents from the state who may be missing after the flash floods in Nepal. A dedicated helpline has also been opened to help trace them. The SDMA said the request covers people from Meghalaya who were possibly present in the [] The post Nepal flash floods: Meghalaya disaster authority opens helpline to trace missing residents appeared first on NorthEast Now .

NorthEast Now 27 Aug 2026 6:45 pm

114 tourists from Maharashtra stuck in Nepal; 53 confirmed safe

In the wake of devastating floods in Nepal, at least 114 tourists from Maharashtra are currently stranded. Fortunately, reports confirm that 53 individuals in the Saga Mansarovar area are safe, while others remain unaccounted for. State officials are actively working with national contacts and tour agencies to gather information. An online portal and helpline numbers have been established to facilitate information sharing and support.

The Economic Times 27 Aug 2026 6:45 pm

Nepal floods: India to mobilise Bailey bridges to assist relief and rescue efforts

New Delhi The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday that India will send Bailey bridges to assist Nepal The post Nepal floods: India to mobilise Bailey bridges to assist relief and rescue efforts appeared first on Bilkul Online .

Bilkulonline 27 Aug 2026 6:44 pm

No reason for anyone to find it hard to breathe: Shafiqur on Mecca pact

Jamaat chief says joining the defence pact is entirely Bangladesh

The Daily Star 27 Aug 2026 6:42 pm

Sikkim Govt Launches Helpline For Nepal Flood Victims

Gangtok, Aug 27: The Sikkim government has established a helpline to assist residents whose family members or relatives may have been stranded or affected by the flash floods in Nepal. Officials said the initiative aims to streamline information sharing, coordinate rescue efforts, and facilitate communication with authorities. In a press release, the Sikkim State Disaster... The post Sikkim Govt Launches Helpline For Nepal Flood Victims first appeared on Northeast Today .

North East Today 27 Aug 2026 6:39 pm

'China didn't inform, Nepal toll could rise unbelievably'

Nepal's former Forest and Environment Minister Madhav Prasad Chaulagain has expressed concern over the lack of timely information exchange with China ahead of the devastating floods, stating that the disaster's scale could lead to an 'unbelievable' rise in the death toll.

Rediff 27 Aug 2026 6:38 pm

5 more die with measles-like symptoms; combined toll stands at 955

DGHS reports 956 new suspected measles cases and 75 new confirmed cases in 24 hours

The Daily Star 27 Aug 2026 6:33 pm